Shipping dangerous goods by air? Reclassifying your product as ID8000 (Consumer Commodity, Class 9) can save you time, money, and unnecessary hassle.
The Scenario: A company is shipping 75 ml retail perfume bottles (UN1266, Class 3) under standard Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Fully Regulated: Requires DG-compliant packaging, hazard labels, and full documentation.
Limited Quantity: Allows a maximum of 500 ml per inner container and only 1 L per outer package.
The Better Option: ID8000 (Consumer Commodity)
If the product qualifies—retail-ready, no subsidiary hazards, and permitted on a passenger aircraft—you can reclassify under Packing Instruction Y963 as ID8000, enabling:
The same 500 ml per bottle limit
But a significantly higher 30 kg gross weight per package
This means more bottles per shipment, reduced shipping costs, simplified handling, and faster turnaround times.
The Bottom Line:
Reclassifying as ID8000 unlocks efficiency and cost savings for eligible air shipments.
⚠️ Important: Always ensure compliance with the latest international and national regulations. Proper training is essential.
